Find the best eSIM for Eritrea

There are 2 providers offering 2 prepaid data plans in Eritrea. While the selection is somewhat limited, travelers can still choose a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for Eritrea. Travelers visiting the country should estimate their data usage based on anticipated activities like email, social media, maps, and video streaming. Selecting a plan with a sufficient data allowance to comfortably cover these needs is recommended to avoid unexpected charges or service interruptions.

Eritrea's telecommunications sector is characterized by a state-controlled monopoly, with EriTel being the sole provider of mobile services.

• EriTel: The state-owned telecommunications company, offering mobile voice and data services across the country.

As the only mobile network operator in Eritrea, EriTel's infrastructure supports all mobile services in the country. There are no Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operating in Eritrea.

Yes, there are travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS capability for Eritrea. Roamify and Orange Travel each offer a 30‑day plan with 50MB of data, 10 calls, and 50 SMS, permit tethering, and have prices that start around $25 and $36, respectively. Both plans give inbound and outbound voice and SMS access.

The phone numbers supplied by these plans use the French dialing code +33, so the numbers are not local Eritrean numbers (a local Eritrean number would use +291). Travelers who need a local Eritrean number can look for alternative data‑only plans or use VoIP applications over the eSIM data.